Covid deaths in UK could exceed 100k before end of month, data shows

Experts say that based on current figures, milestone likely to be passed before FebruaryCoronavirus – latest updatesSee all our coronavirus coverageThe UK could exceed 100,000 Covid-related deaths before the end of the month, government scientific advisers have said amid increasingly urgent calls for action.According to government figures, a total of 75,024 people had died within 28 days of having a positive coronavirus test up to Sunday. But the number of deaths with Covid-19 on the death certificate is significantly higher. Continue reading... https://www.theguardian.com/world/2021/jan/04/covid-deaths-in-uk-could-exceed-100k-before-end-of-month-data-shows #coronavirus #infectious_diseases #medical_research #uk_news #health #health_policy